CBS has revealed its midseason programming lineup, with the return of some fan favorites, exciting new shows, and a few notable time slot changes. Among the highlights are the much-anticipated premieres of NCIS: Sydney, The Amazing Race, and Drew Barrymore’s reboot of Hollywood Squares. Additionally, the network has made key adjustments to its schedule, including the shift of the new medical drama Watson, starring Morris Chestnut, which now takes the post-Tracker time slot, pushing The Equalizer to a later 10 p.m. time.
New Time Slot for The Equalizer and Other Changes
One of the biggest changes for CBS viewers this season is the move of The Equalizer to 10 p.m., its second time slot adjustment this season. Previously, it had swapped time slots with Tracker to accommodate other shows, but with Watson now taking the post-Tracker slot, The Equalizer will air an hour later than usual. This change comes as CBS continues to make room for new content and maintain a packed lineup in 2025.
CBS is also taking a slightly different approach to its winter schedule this year. The network will keep most of its scripted series on hiatus until late January, which means fewer reruns of primetime favorites during the winter and spring months. Below is a full look at CBS's midseason schedule, including premiere dates, time slots, and special programming.
Midseason Schedule Breakdown
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
8:00 p.m.: The Price Is Right at Night (Time period premiere)
9:00 p.m.: Raid the Cage (Season 2 premiere)
10:00 p.m.: CBS Drama Encores
Thursday, January 9
8:00 p.m.: Hollywood Squares (Series premiere)
9:00 p.m.: Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage (Encores)
9:30 p.m.: Ghosts (Encores)
10:00 p.m.: CBS Drama Encores
Sunday, January 26
6:30 p.m.: AFC Championship Game
10:00 p.m. (approx.): Watson (Series premiere)
Monday, January 27
8:00 p.m.: The Neighborhood (Midseason premiere)
8:30 p.m.: Poppa’s House (Midseason premiere)
9:00 p.m.: NCIS (Midseason premiere)
10:00 p.m.: NCIS: Origins (Midseason premiere)
Tuesday, January 28
8:00 p.m.: FBI (Midseason premiere)
9:00 p.m.: FBI: International (Midseason premiere)
10:00 p.m.: FBI: Most Wanted (Midseason premiere)
Wednesday, January 29
10:00 p.m.: Hollywood Squares (Time period premiere)
Thursday, January 30
8:00 p.m.: Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage (Midseason premiere)
8:30 p.m.: Ghosts (Midseason premiere)
9:00 p.m.: Matlock (Midseason premiere)
10:00 p.m.: Elsbeth (Midseason premiere)
Friday, January 31
8:00 p.m.: NCIS: Sydney (Season 2 premiere)
9:00 p.m.: Fire Country (Midseason premiere)
10:00 p.m.: S.W.A.T. (Midseason/time period premiere)
Sunday, February 2
8:00 p.m.: The Grammys (Live broadcast)
Wednesday, February 5
9:00 p.m.: Super Bowl Greatest Commercials (Special)
Sunday, February 16
8:00 p.m.: Tracker (Midseason premiere)
9:00 p.m.: Watson (Episode 2, Time period premiere)
10:00 p.m.: The Equalizer (Midseason/time period premiere)
Wednesday, February 26
8:00 p.m.: Survivor (Season 48 premiere)
Wednesday, March 5
9:30 p.m.: The Amazing Race (Season 37 premiere)
A Packed Midseason for CBS Fans
As CBS brings back returning hits like NCIS: Sydney and The Amazing Race, the network also introduces fresh programming such as Watson and Hollywood Squares. Fans can expect a packed winter and spring lineup with a mix of reality shows, scripted dramas, and primetime specials. With major shifts in time slots and an exciting array of new content, CBS is gearing up for a thrilling 2025 midseason.
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